Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Installation information may include:
AS/NZS 2918 Domestic solid fuel burning appliances - installation (Australian standards are frequently revised and users must always check for currency)
client requirements
compliance certification plates on appliances
JSA
manufacturer instructions and specifications
National Construction Code (NCC)
safe work method statements
work order.

Domestic solid fuel burning appliances may include:
appliances for:
central-heating
cooking
space-heating
water-heating
combinations of applications
fireplace inserts
free-standing
in-built
non-tested
tested.

Compliance requirements may include:
Australian standards, such as:
AS/NZS 2918 Domestic solid fuel burning appliances - installation
AS/NZS3500 Plumbing and drainage (set)
clearance distances to heat sensitive materials, including:
ceilings
curtains
furniture
timbers
walls
codes of practice, such as HB39 Installation code for metal roof and wall cladding
emissions compliance certification plate
manufacturer specifications
NCC
types and dimensions of floor protection.

Legislative requirements may include:
commonwealth, state and territory, and local legislation and regulations relating to:
emissions
installation permits
work health and safety.

Inspection of installation sites may include:
assessing height and proximity of neighbouring buildings and trees
determining structural elements and building materials, especially in regard to presence of asbestos; areas to be assessed include:
ceilings
floors
roofs
walls
measuring dimensions of furniture and fittings close to appliance locations
finding and noting locations of:
electricity
power points
rooftop outlets for heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems
structural elements of buildings.

Appliance installation locations should:
allow clearance distances and accessibility clearance according to manufacturer specifications or AS/NZS 2918 Domestic solid fuel burning appliances - installation
be suitable for installation of flue according to manufacturer specifications or AS/NZS 2918 Domestic solid fuel burning appliances - installation
be suitable for operation of fans, if required
comply with emissions compliance requirements
comply with health and safety requirements
minimise discomfort caused by cool air draught
provide optimum heat circulation.

Heat protection strategies:
should include:
compliant floor protection
compliant clearance distances
may include:
additional shielding
reduced compliant clearance distances.

Equipment and materials may include:
appliances and associated components
drills
flashing roof materials, including:
fibreglass
laminate
metal roof covers of concealed or pierce fixed types
plastic building sheets for walls and roofs
polyethylene
rainwater goods
straw or wool
thermal insulation of reflective foil
fixings, which may include:
metal self drilling and tapping screws
rivets
sealants such as silicon and solder
grinders
hammers
ladders
PPE
rivet gun
saws
sealant applicators
sealants
steel tape
tile cutters
tin snips.

Sustainability principles and concepts:
cover the current and future social, economic and environmental use of resources
may include:
selecting appropriate material to ensure minimal environmental impact
efficient use and recycling of material
efficient energy and water use
disposing of waste material to ensure minimal environmental impact.

Factors affecting optimum performance may include:
general cleaning and maintenance requirements
type and condition of fuel used in appliances.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, providing that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to:
apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including:
work with or near electricity
select and use processes, tools and equipment
use PPE
work at heights
communicate and work effectively and safely with others
apply sustainability principles and concepts while installing solid fuel burning appliances
locate, interpret and apply information, standards and specifications relevant to the installation of domestic solid fuel burning appliances
install at least two different domestic solid fuel burning appliances according to client, compliance and workplace requirements; appliances may be for:
central-heating
cooking
space-heating
water-heating
combinations of applications
fireplace inserts
free-standing
in-built
non-tested.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit of competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context.
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include:
an induction procedure and requirement
realistic tasks or simulated tasks covering the minimum task requirements
relevant specifications and work instructions
tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices
support materials appropriate to activity
workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies
material safety data sheets
research resources, including industry-related systems information.
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Method of assessment
Assessment methods must:
satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package
include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application
reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles
confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.
Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:
competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace
where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice, with a decision on competency only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person’s demonstrated ability and applied knowledge
all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence.
Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.
Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.